Aimee Bucca
Reading, PA,PA
Summary
Experienced with direct client support, crisis intervention, and advocacy. Utilizes effective communication and empathy to build trust and provide guidance. Track record of implementing successful community outreach programs and fostering supportive environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
Stepping Stones Family Services
07.2019 - Current
- Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- Mentored team members for professional development.
- Responsible for assuring foster home/families remain in compliance with regulations and licensing requirements.
- Responsible for managing a foster care caseload and completing all necessary paperwork and home visits in accordance with the program description.
- Have knowledge of, and the ability to implement various counseling approaches per the need of the individual/family.
- Have the ability to develop and maintain a positive and professional relationship with all clients.
- Possess the ability to adapt to in-home environments for service provision and assess the needs of the family.
Foster Care Program Director/Social Worker
Open Door International
03.2014 - 03.2019
- Collaborated closely with executive leadership to develop strategic plans for long-term growth.
- Responsible for developing recruiting strategies and initial foster home trainings and licensing.
- Responsible for assuring foster homes/families are in compliance with regulations and licensing policies.
- Responsible for ensuring staff are in compliance with program requirements and provide supervision.
- Possess the ability to adapt to in-home environments for service provisions and assesses the needs of the family.
- Have knowledge of, and the ability to implement, various counseling approaches per the needs of the individual/family.
- Be able to develop and maintain a positive and professional rapport with all clients.
Shelter Care Worker
Lancaster County Youth Intervention Center
03.2013 - 03.2014
- Ensured residents' safety while following strict protocols.
- Provided support to residents, building trust and improving overall wellbeing.
- Maintained detailed records of resident care, documenting progress and areas requiring further attention from other involved professionals/agencies
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings discussing the best course of action for each residents' specific needs.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors.
Behavioral Classroom Specialist
New Story School
07.2012 - 07.2013
- Provided one on one services in accordance with each students' Individual Education Plan.
- Developed and implemented behavioral strategies to promote academic and social growth while maintaining classroom expectations.
- Maintained behavioral and academic data.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
Kutztown, PA05-2012
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Efficient under pressure
- CPR, first aid, AED
- Child welfare expertise
- Community referrals
- Solution-based interventions
- Knowledgeable and familiar of the community and community resources
Timeline
Program Director
Stepping Stones Family Services
07.2019 - Current
Foster Care Program Director/Social Worker
Open Door International
03.2014 - 03.2019
Shelter Care Worker
Lancaster County Youth Intervention Center
03.2013 - 03.2014
Behavioral Classroom Specialist
New Story School
07.2012 - 07.2013
Bachelor of Science - Social Work
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania
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